All the Feels Winter Reading Challenge: Congrats to Our Winners!
The ORL’s All the Feels Winter Reading Challenge wrapped up at the end of January, and we’re delighted to announce our prize winners. Congratulations to: R. Wilson, the Mission Branch…
Okanagan Regional Library Board Elects 2026 Leadership
Kelowna, BC – 18 February 2026 — The Board of Trustees of the Okanagan Regional Library (the ORL) convened for its Annual General Meeting and Regular Board Meeting on 18…
You’re Invited! The Librarians Film Screening and Panel Discussion
Freedom to Read Week is a time to celebrate the right of Canadians to read what they choose, and to recognize the vital role libraries play in protecting access to…
Our Valentine Is A Love Of Learning
Valentine’s Day usually focuses on roses and romance. But there are many kinds of love worth celebrating. This year, why not fall in love with learning? The Okanagan Regional Library…
Advocating for Libraries: The ORL CEO’s New Provincial Leadership Role
The ORL’s CEO, Danielle Hubbard, has been elected Vice Chair of the Association of BC Public Library Directors (ABCPLD). The ABCPLD is a professional association that represents public library systems…
AI Introduction: Clearer Questions Equal Better Answers
Artificial intelligence tools are becoming part of everyday life. People are using them to plan trips, write emails, explore new topics, and organize ideas. But if you’ve ever felt disappointed…
New Year, New Skills: Top Online Learning Tools to Try Now
A new year often inspires us to try something different. Your ORL library card provides free access to Online Resources that support personal development, career advancement, and creative exploration. Whether…
Most Anticipated Fiction of 2026: 15 Exciting New Reads
A brand-new reading year is here, and 2026 is poised to be brilliant for book lovers. From blockbuster thrillers to sweeping historical fiction, genre-bending fantasy to deeply moving literary works,…
Managing Your Library Holds During the Holiday Closure
As the holidays approach, we want to help you plan ahead for the Okanagan Regional Library’s Christmas and New Year’s Extended Closure, running from Tuesday, 23 December 2025 through Thursday,…
Top Books of 2025: Your Most Borrowed Reads of the Year
Looking for great reads this holiday season? Begin your search with the ORL’s most borrowed books of 2025! This year’s top titles are a mix of bold adventures, heartfelt storytelling,…